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MF02 FCN

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 72,793 miles on the clock, averaging 3,860 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for MF02 FCN

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,793
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
3,860

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading72,793 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,849
Average per year3,860
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MF02 FCN 40k49k57k65k73k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage72,793 miles
Since last MOT+3,849 miles
PASS
Mileage68,944 miles
Since last MOT+2,795 miles
PASS
Mileage66,149 miles
Since last MOT+3,850 miles
PASS
Mileage62,299 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,299 miles
Since last MOT+3,864 miles
PASS
Mileage58,435 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,433 miles
Since last MOT+4,605 miles
PASS
Mileage53,828 miles
Since last MOT+3,411 miles
PASS
Mileage50,417 miles
Since last MOT+4,736 miles
PASS
Mileage45,681 miles
Since last MOT+5,220 miles
PASS
Mileage40,461 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)

Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).

Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)

Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).

Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)

Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).

Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)

Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF02 FCN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About MF02 FCN

What car is MF02 FCN?

MF02 FCN is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MF02 FCN?

The last recorded mileage for MF02 FCN was 72,793 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MF02 FCN passed its MOT?

MF02 FCN has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 4 Sep 2014.

Is MF02 FCN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF02 FCN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is MF02 FCN?

MF02 FCN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.